Procurement Associate

DSJ Global; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Procurement Associate - Mechanical Equipment to support a large-scale data center construction program. The role focuses on purchasing owner-furnished mechanical equipment, managing purchase orders, expediting long-lead items, and coordinating deliveries with construction and project teams.

You will work with HVAC equipment such as chillers, AHUs, VFDs, and related systems, while coordinating sourcing activities, supplier communications, and bid evaluations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of procurement, purchasing, or sourcing experience.
• Experience buying mechanical, HVAC, engineered equipment, construction materials, or capital equipment.
• Knowledge of procure-to-pay processes and ERP systems.
• Experience managing long-lead equipment and delivery schedules.
• Understanding of commercial terms, freight, warranties, and supplier management.
• Strong Excel, tracking, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage purchase orders for mechanical equipment and systems (Chillers, AHUs, VFDs, Pumps, etc.).
• Support sourcing activities, RFQs, supplier communications, and bid evaluations.
• Track production schedules, delivery milestones, and lead times for critical equipment.
• Coordinate equipment logistics, delivery sequencing, receiving, and site readiness with construction partners.
• Manage purchase order changes, payments, invoicing issues, and supplier performance.
• Track submittals, drawing approvals, FAT schedules, and warranty claims.

Skills

Procurement experience

ERP systems knowledge

Excel skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Dynamics 365

Coupa

SAP

Job description

An investment management firm is seeking a Procurement Associate - Mechanical Equipment to support a large-scale data center construction program. This role is responsible for purchasing owner-furnished mechanical equipment, managing purchase orders, expediting long-lead items, and coordinating deliveries with construction and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage purchase orders for mechanical equipment and systems, including:
  • Chillers
  • Cooling Towers
  • CRAH Units
  • Fan Wall Units
  • Air Handling Units (AHUs)
  • Pumps
  • Piping Packages
  • Valve Packages
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • HVAC Systems and Related Mechanical Equipment
• Support sourcing activities, RFQs, supplier communications, and bid evaluations.
• Track production schedules, delivery milestones, and lead times for critical equipment.
• Coordinate equipment logistics, delivery sequencing, receiving, and site readiness with construction partners.
• Manage purchase order changes, payments, invoicing issues, and supplier performance.
• Track submittals, drawing approvals, FAT schedules, and warranty claims.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of procurement, purchasing, or sourcing experience.
• Experience buying mechanical, HVAC, engineered equipment, construction materials, or capital equipment.
• Knowledge of procure-to-pay processes and ERP systems.
• Experience managing long-lead equipment and delivery schedules.
• Understanding of commercial terms, freight, warranties, and supplier management.
• Strong Excel, tracking, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Data centers, mission-critical facilities, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial construction environments.
• OFCI procurement models and working with EPC or general contractors.
• Experience with Dynamics 365, Coupa, SAP, or similar ERP platforms.
• Ability to review equipment specifications, schedules, and technical submittals.